Commentary on the Maya Manuscript in the Royal Public Library of Dresden

Forstemann, Ernst

ISBN 10: 1498141471 / ISBN 13: 9781498141475

Published by Literary Licensing, LLC, 2014

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• Title: Commentary on the Maya Manuscript in the Royal Public Library of Dresden
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Publication Date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1498141471
• ISBN 13: 9781498141475
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: As New

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""Commentary On The Maya Manuscript In The Royal Public Library Of Dresden"" is a scholarly work by Ernst Forstemann that offers a detailed analysis of the Maya codex known as the Dresden Codex, which is housed in the Royal Public Library of Dresden, Germany. The Dresden Codex is one of the few surviving pre-Columbian Maya codices, and it contains a wealth of information about Maya astronomy, astrology, and religious beliefs. Forstemann's commentary provides a comprehensive overview of the codex's content, structure, and symbolism, as well as its historical and cultural significance. He examines the intricate calendrical and astronomical calculations and diagrams found within the codex, decoding their meanings and exploring their connections to Maya mythology and cosmology. The book includes reproductions of the codex's pages, along with detailed illustrations and diagrams that help readers understand the complex information contained within. Forstemann's work is considered a landmark in the study of Maya culture and history, and it remains an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Mesoamerican civilization.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1906 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.